The Shield

About The Shield

The Shield is a high-octane crime drama that follows the lives and operations of an extraordinarily rogue police unit, the Strike Team, in the Los Angeles Police Department. Released in 2002, the show showcases how the Strike Team led by morally dubious Detective Vic Mackey conspires and strategizes to control crime in their jurisdiction, often resorting to corruption and brutality.

Making / Production

Created by Shawn Ryan, The Shield is set in the fictional Farmington district of Los Angeles, exploring the tense dynamics of a morally compromised police force. The series is known for its raw and gritty portrayal of corruption within a law enforcement system, pushing the boundaries for television dramas at the time of its release.

Actors

• Michael Chiklis played the role of Detective Vic Mackey, the protagonist whose unorthodox methods often involve law-breaking.
• Catherine Dent portrayed Officer Danielle "Danny" Sofer, a uniformed officer who struggles to balance her moral compass with the reality of police work.
• Walton Goggins played Detective Shane Vendrell, a member of the Strike Team often caught in the crossfire of Mackey's machinations.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The Shield was the first original drama series by FX, a basic cable channel, to achieve significant popularity and critical acclaim.
• The series introduced a documentary-style cinematography which was revolutionary for its time.

Awards

The Shield has received notable recognition for its outstanding quality, with Michael Chiklis winning an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series in 2002.

Quotes

• "Good cop and bad cop left for the day. I'm a different kind of cop." - Vic Mackey
• "Just another day at the office." - Shane Vendrell

Music, Soundtrack

• The original score was composed by Vivian Romero, Ernesto Bautista, and Rodney Alejandro.
• The opening theme is "Just Another Day" by Vivian Romero, Ernesto Bautista, and Rodney Alejandro.